MAKING RUNES

It is best to make runes for fortune telling from natural materials - wood, stone, bone, clay, wax, ice (in special cases, a drop of the fortuneteller’s blood is added to the water; after fortune telling, these runes must be destroyed).

Rune sizes:
length - no more than 4 cm,
width - no more than 3 cm,
thickness - no more than 1 cm.

For example, this form:

Don't make runes round.

What kind of wood can runes be cut from?

When starting to work on the amulet, use the list of tree species and make a choice at your discretion.

ACACIA: Acacia is a tree that gives birth to life. There used to be a belief that you couldn’t stand under an acacia tree for a long time if you didn’t want to have an addition to your family. Acacia affects fertility and birth and awakens the instinct of procreation in both men and women.

BIRCH: Birch is the tree of kindness, protection against all misfortunes, fertility, birth and new beginnings. Two runes are associated with the birch - these are Berkana and Uruz. Cradles for newborns were made from birch branches. Birch is good for amulets for sick, weakened and convalescent people. Since ancient times, birch was credited with the ability to ward off evil spirits

ELDERBORN: The runes Feu and Othal are associated with the elderberry. It is a tree of healing, protection and success. But this is a "dark" tree. Elderberry actively and aggressively protects, and therefore, since ancient times it has been believed that when an elderberry grows at the gate of a house, it is good, but bringing it into the house is not advisable. Before you take an elderberry branch for an amulet, you should think seriously.

BEECH: The two runes Nautiz and Perth are associated with the beech tree. Beech - this tree is a kind of symbol of ancient knowledge. The beech is considered a guide from knowledge of the past to knowledge of the future.

Hawthorn: The runes Thurisaz and Othal are associated with hawthorn. It is considered the tree of the goddess of carnal love. Hawthorn is the tree of hope and marriage. Amulets made from hawthorn will help a girl get married quickly and protect her marriage.

ELM: Elm is associated with the Gebo rune. Elm is a masculine tree, a tree of protection. It is a tree with a strong masculine character and supports only strong-willed men. In magic, the elm brings stability and support to the spell.

OAK: Oak is a symbol of great vitality and longevity. Six runes of the Elder Futhark are associated with oak - Thurisaz, Eyvaz, Raido, Teyvaz, Yer and Dagaz. Oak is used in spells for protection, healing, increasing physical strength, prosperity and achieving lasting success. Oak is a strong energy donor. His aura is very powerful; it only responds well to healthy people. Oak always gives preference to warriors, fighters, strong and healthy people. Amulets made from it are also good for older people, for whom it brings great benefits.

SPRUCE: Spruce is an energy donor, but it will not provide more energy than you need. Spruce helps control emotions and puts you in a philosophical mood. There are no specific runes for it. Before making an amulet from spruce, it must be well dried so that the resin does not interfere with you much when carving.

WILLOW: Willow is a feminine tree and the Laguz water rune is associated with it. She is associated with the Moon and all the rituals dedicated to earth and water that women perform. Willow obeys the laws of balance and justice. Its energy gives amazing strength to women, and amulets made from it are good for love magic for various love spells and lapels.

CHESTNUT: Chestnut is also a feminine tree, capable of washing away your discomfort with the flow of its energy. But the chestnut is selfish and don’t expect any energy boost from it.

MAPLE: Maple gives peace of mind to all people, brings peace and self-confidence. This is the tree of inner strength and balance. Maple also promotes love; it makes good love amulets aimed at strengthening the union between lovers.

CYPRESS: Cypress is also an exclusively male tree and does not accept the female body. It has a good effect on men's sexual power and sexual activity. It makes very good amulets for increasing male power.

CEDAR: Cedar is a tree of tranquility and heights of spirit. This is a tree with amazing healing energy. Cedar amulets promote purification, mainly spiritual and energetic, as well as prosperity in all areas.

LARCH: Larch is a calming tree. It heals severe nervous disorders, especially those accompanied by attacks of melancholy and depression. Using it for your talisman, you will feel its influence and see the best sides of life.

JUNIPER: Juniper is a shrub with strong cleansing and protective properties. Its power is directed not at people, but at the objects around them. Amulets made from juniper can help remove the evil eye or damage, and even get rid of the effects of a love spell.

ALDER: The Mannaz rune is associated with alder. Alder provides protection to the family. It strengthens family ties and unites all family members. This tree is for women. If you make an amulet out of it, then alder will help you “tie” your husband to your home.

ASPEN: Aspen absorbs negative energy well and drives away evil spirits. Aspen amulets alleviate the effects of damage, cleanse your aura from harmful influences and protect you.

HUTTER: Hazel is a magical tree and is used to create magical protection. Hazel is a very influential tree with a strong character. Its energy will help turn your mind to an impartial consideration of the situation from different angles.

ROWAN: The runes Nautiz and Algiz are associated with rowan. Protective talismans are made from rowan, as it protects well from witchcraft. Such a talisman has always been considered the best protection against foreign magic of any kind.

PINE: Pine is associated with the Kano rune. The aura of this tree is very strong, and amulets from it will take away irritation, annoyance and relieve stress. Pine can cleanse a person’s aura from outside influences and partially remove damage.

Yew: Yew is directly related to the Eyvaz rune. Yew is a symbol of eternal life, because This tree is one of the longest living. Yew wood makes good security amulets.

POPLAR: Poplar is a completely indifferent tree to humans, but its peculiarity is that it absorbs everything negative from the environment. Poplar is an orderly tree.

CHERRY: Bird cherry is a very delicate tree. It heals the spiritual disappointments of the young, helps to show tender affection and youthful passion, but does not allow anything base.

ROSE HIP: Rose hip is responsible for the emotional side of love, supports tenderness, passion, and spiritual harmony in people. The good magic of rose hips is concentrated in flowers and fruits. And its wood makes good amulets for passionate and ardent love.

APPLE TREE: The apple tree is the tree of rebirth to eternal life. The Inguz rune is associated with it, representing eternal life. The apple tree is the tree of love and fertility. And its wood has long been used in love and healing magic. This tree of female power, female sexuality, awakens the sensual side of nature in a woman. There are no moral rules for the energy of the apple tree; it is guided only by the call of nature. So when making an amulet, be sure to take into account this important feature.

ASH: Ash is a tree of rebirth and renewal, with which the Gebo and Vunyo runes are associated, and also correlates with the Ansuz and Evaz runes. Ash is a tree traditional for all types of magic and fortune telling. It is from its wood that the best sets of fortune-telling runes and powerful protective amulets that can protect against any influence are made.

The ancient beliefs of the Scandinavian peoples paid special attention to the surrounding vegetation, and especially trees. Along with many other pagan traditions, Scandinavian mythology considered the tree to be the center of the universe, and endowed each individual type of tree with special qualities. In addition, Scandinavian magicians traced some connection between runes and trees, associating a certain tree with one or more runes. It was believed that the rune depicted on a piece of wood dedicated to it had special magical powers and would be more effective during rituals or fortune telling.

The tradition of using runes in magical rituals has recently become very popular in the CIS countries. In this context, information about runes and the trees associated with them, which are most common in our latitudes, will be especially relevant.

The most powerful of all the trees of the north can give a person strength and longevity. This tree has seven corresponding runes - Thorn, Jera, Ehwaz, Raido, Thurisa and Teiwaz. Magic rituals using oak wood helped with illnesses, gave a person physical strength and helped achieve success and stability.

Ash

In the image of the world tree Yggdrasil, the Scandinavians imagined it was ash. Ash is able to connect the world of gods and people, it gives a person divine power and awakens extrasensory abilities. Runes from this tree will be especially effective in fortune telling and will help a person understand his destiny. The most successful ash runes are Hagall, Geofu, Ansur, Wynn, Ehwaz.

Birch

In Scandinavia, birch is a symbol of fertility and the birth of new life. Therefore, runes from the “fertility tree” will become a good talisman for newlyweds and will bring good luck in all their endeavors. The corresponding runes for this tree are Uruz and Bercana. Birch wood was used in rituals of fertility and protection from evil spirits, and amulets made from it served for healing and protection from diseases and any misfortune.

Willow has always been associated with a woman and was dedicated to the Moon Goddess. It symbolizes natural cycles and is associated with the elements of water and earth. Therefore, the corresponding rune for this tree will be Laguz - the rune of water and energy flow. Willow wood was mainly used for love magic, as well as in rituals dedicated to the moon. According to Scandinavian legends, the first woman was created from a willow tree.

Pine

The energy of pine will help relieve irritation and elevate your spirit. Pine can cleanse a person’s aura, heal nervous disorders, and bring light into the soul. It is for these reasons that the rune of the tree that gives peace is called Kenaz (torch). The Kenaz rune written on pine wood will help disperse the darkness accumulated in the soul and give insight.

Apple tree

Since ancient times, the apple tree has symbolized love, fertility and life in all its manifestations. This tree is more suitable for female magic, as it helps to awaken sensuality and sexuality, and sharpen natural attractions. At the same time, the apple tree was a symbol of rebirth to life, therefore the rune of this tree is considered Inguz - a symbol of eternal existence.

Rowan

Among the northern European peoples, rowan served as a talisman against various types of witchcraft. The protective runes Algiz and Nauthiz were most often carved on rowan trees. They were mainly used to protect against damage and the evil eye, as well as to develop the gift of foresight and learn to control one’s feelings.

The runes and trees listed above represent only a tiny part of the magical heritage of the ancient inhabitants of Northern Europe. Unfortunately, the bulk of knowledge about the true meaning of runes and their connection with a certain tree has long been lost for centuries, and modern theories and research can only provide approximate information about the runic secrets of trees.

"...My runes are wooden. Of course, it was possible to have amber ones, but my magic set of runes is made of rowan, and the mantic one is made of hornbeam. We make runes from various types of wood. We do not use only aspen, poplar, and maple. Aspen and poplar absorb human energy, and maple is the tree of Loki. You must be careful with Loki in any of its manifestations.

Now you know the meaning of all runes for fortune telling. Go into the forest and look for a broken tree or branch that you like. Such that 24 runes can be cut out of it. Just don’t take aspen and poplar and beware of maple. Maple is a good tree, but one day it can deceive - Locky is its master. When you come, I’ll tell you all about our Aesir and Vanir. Let's go! Yes, one more thing - don’t break the branches yourself, find the ones that are already broken. This is so that the Old Forester, the owner of the forest, will not be offended. We will now ask him for permission:

Hey! Old Forester, can we take some wood for runes?
We stood silently, listening. A strange sound came from afar - it seemed to be flying through the treetops without falling to the ground.

Willow is Odin's tree, and rowan once saved him when he almost drowned.
...Runes made from apple, birch, alder, and linden are most suitable for women. For men, runes made from ash, oak and other hard woods are good.

When you cut the first runes not in order, but as God wishes, then there is a deep meaning in this. The fact is that at this time you are carving out your destiny. If you remember this order, then later, when you begin to understand the meaning of the runes, you can read your destiny..."
From the book "Brownies".

Wood is the easiest to manufacture and most popular material. In principle, Runes can be made from any wood. If you take a predictive purpose as a basis, then the set can be made from any type of wood. In this case, the type of wood does not matter. Although such a set can be made based on “Your” type of wood, according to the Druid table below.

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When choosing a rune shape and size, make sure that all 25 runes fit in the cupped palms of your hands. Here are the optimal dimensions: length - no more than 4 cm, width - 3 cm, thickness - 1 cm. Perhaps the easiest way to make round runes. The material can be found in the forest. Find the tree you need and cut a branch from it with a diameter of about 3 - 4 cm. Remember: if there is a living tree in front of you, then when cutting a branch, it is as if you are cutting a finger from a living creature, therefore, before inflicting a wound, respectfully ask the tree for permission. Explain to the tree what you need the branch for, and after cutting it, thank it. It happens that a silver (or silver-plated) coin is buried under a tree as a sign of gratitude or as payment.

It is advisable to look for the right tree away from roads, in clean areas. If you have found a tree that is suitable for you, first check whether it is dried out or devoid of life. Then make a small cut of the size you need, mentally asking him for forgiveness for this procedure. Then coat this cut with a special compound to prevent disease or death of the tree. You can “give” him a beautiful ribbon or a lock of your hair in gratitude.

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Cut the branch into 25 approximately equal parts 1 cm thick. The bark can be left or removed. If you want your runes to be indistinguishable from each other, there is a simple solution: go to a hardware store and purchase veneer from the type of wood you have chosen. The choice is small, but there is still some. Veneer is usually made from pine, oak or ash.

Runic symbols can either be carved into wood or painted or drawn on with a felt-tip pen. I prefer a carving knife or a brush. This will require some effort on your part, but the more work you put into your runes, the greater the return on them. When applying runic signs on wood, I used a thin sable hair brush and paint mixed with acrylic resin. Acrylic resin paints are ideal in our case: they are durable, bright, and easy to wipe off. However, if you are not into brushes and paints, there are a number of companies that produce oil-based markers. Their color range is wide, and they write with them like a regular felt-tip pen.

I am ambivalent about etching wooden runes. The stain should be only slightly darker than the natural color of the wood. Before you paint a runic symbol with it, you should compare its color with the color of the wood. Depending on the types of stain and paints used, the paint applied on top may change color. This is why I am against dyeing runes. However, you are free to act, relying only on intuition and on your own idea of ​​​​what is right for you.

I am strongly against varnishing. Varnish and shellac seal all wood pores and give the runes an unnatural shine. However, in this case, something else is much more important, namely: you do not have the opportunity to touch the surface of the tree. The tree will not be able to transfer its energy to you. Varnishing your runes is the same as making them out of plastic.
When choosing rune material, make sure there are no markings on the back. It is not wise to paint the back of your runes unless they are round. In the latter case, it makes sense to draw a straight line on the reverse side indicating the direction from north to south.

Now you have the tools and material in front of you, and you are ready to start making runes. However, there is no need to rush. Gather your thoughts and think that you intend to turn back time, to continue the ancient tradition. Now you will begin making a working tool, with the help of which the powers of not only our world will become available to you. You make your own friends. Reflect in silence on the task before you or pray to your gods that simply working on wood will turn into an act of penetration into past centuries.

So, choose some free time. Think about how to make your dream come true. If you wish, ask Odin and Freya to guide your hands and help you overcome difficulties in creating runes. Perhaps you have never worked with wood before or you are afraid that you will draw a runic sign incorrectly. Don't worry. Faith and concentration of thought will help you amazingly in your work. This will also strengthen your hand.
Having cut the runes to size and removing the sharp edges, begin applying runic signs to the material. You choose the color, of course, according to your taste, but there are several traditional colors that can have a magical effect on both the runes and your subconscious.

Red is the traditional coloring for the magic rune. He personifies the active masculine principle, vitality. Blue is the sacred color of Odin and is very appropriate for runes. It is also the color of healing. Green is the color of prosperity, fertility and harvest. It is also the color of the goddess, and is ideal for her followers and women who practice magic with the help of runes.

So we have wooden blanks. They (as well as clay products) may differ slightly in size, thickness and appearance, and be poorly processed. THIS IS NOT IMPORTANT AT ALL. If you are very worried about the appearance, then it is better for you to buy a set of runes in the store and calm down. Transfer the matrix onto each blank with a pencil. Then draw a specific rune on each specific blank. Take a mounting or shoe knife and cut out the runes for each specific design. Your final work may not stand up to criticism (in terms of aesthetics, of course). THIS IS ALSO NOT IMPORTANT. The main thing is that the contours of the runes are maintained. The depth of the recesses may vary. If you are comfortable making large indentations, make large ones, and if not, then make 1mm indentations. quite enough. The work at the first stage is completed.

Second phase- runes must be colored. There is only one way to do this - with your own blood.

Break the glass to take the plate with sharp pads. Accordingly, the glass plate must be boiled (sterilized). Using a sharp plate, make an incision on your finger in the area of ​​the nail (or in another place, if that is more convenient for you). Collect the blood below the incision with a plate and place it in the cut-out recesses. You may have to repeat the procedure several times. It could be easier. If you have a nurse you know in the treatment room, then ask them to take 100 - 200 ml from your vein. blood.

Third stage. Breathe life into every rune. Take the made and painted rune, say its name, take a deep long breath (as you inhale, imagine how your lungs are filled with blue mist), bring the rune to your mouth and exhale on it (as you exhale, imagine how the blue mist from your lungs envelops the rune) . Repeat the procedure with each rune three times.

Process

Once all the materials have been prepared, you can begin. Each rune should be prepared separately, that is, do not first cut out all the runes and then paint them all (no need to set up a conveyor), but one at a time, slowly prepare the signs separately. It is not necessary, nor even advisable, to do all the runes in one day, but you should not drag out this process for six months. Choose the rune production time as you wish.

When making each sign, you must first feel the material, feel unity with it, so that this wooden (clay, stone) plate becomes, as it were, a part of the person himself. After this, you should carefully cut the rune if you are working on wood, push it if you are working on clay. When drawing a rune, you need to remember its name, meaning, everything it is connected with, so that you get not just a collection of sticks, but a meaningful sign. Try to ensure that when you look at the rune, not just a picture is formed, but a combination of meanings, images, and feelings.

Then paint over the rune, repeating everything again as when cutting. After applying the paint, you need to look at the rune again: if you don’t like something about it, it’s better to immediately throw it in the trash and start over. It is very important that you like your runes and are close to you.

Storage

The most important thing is that the runes should not be seen by anyone. Since the runes contain part of your personal power (this is if you did everything correctly), then anyone who even sees them will take away this part of the power. If the runes fall into the wrong hands, this is very bad, since the person who has your runes can use your power in their actions. In addition, such runes can also be used against the owner, because they are, in fact, no less connected with the owner than hair (and someone else’s hair in the hands of a magician, as is known, can change the entire life of the previous owner of the hair). Therefore, try to store runes in a secluded place.
In addition, it is advisable to make packaging for runes. It is best if it is a leather or fabric bag tied with woolen thread.

To maintain constant, unrelenting contact, it is recommended to often take the runes out of the bag, look at them, and feel them. In addition, runes can be placed under pillows while sleeping.

And here is a report from one user who made the runes himself (Sindriy): After you choose a species, you need to decide what kind of workpiece it will be, there are two available options: the first is a branch from a tree, this is the simplest option by the way, the branch needs to be cut into dies and you can even leave the bark on the sides. And the second option is timber, here you will have to shape it a little, you need to cut the workpieces with a jigsaw (after tensioning the blade, I have never used it and did the first two with very great effort because of this))

After your blanks are ready, you need to fit them, I was lucky, and I took my blanks and went to my uncle’s work, and quickly sharpened them on the machine and ground off the excess. An important point, make a couple more blanks, because when carving several pieces, you will most likely have to redo them. Next, we find knives for wood carving (an important point, we need to find good knives, I got a very bad set, so I had to suffer a lot)

First, we draw the rune with a pencil and then the mode, only when we draw, we need to make the drawing three-dimensional, so then it will be easier to cut. Well, the last point, my favorite) is the coloring. I had paints, I was planning to take blue... but at the last moment, something told me that this time red would be better for me. I took a bottle, a stationery knife, alcohol, brushes and water, disinfected the blade, and made an incision on the ring finger... the incision came out good, but there was little blood, a couple of drops, as an option, ritual cuts are often made on the chest, the veins are deep there, the cut will not interfere with your life, and there will be enough blood. Well, then I just painted them, then I took sandpaper and adjusted the handicrafts, everything is ready, if you have the right tool, it will all be very simple and not long.

Suppose the runes are made of wood. Here they lie, clean, fresh, smelling of wood. I would advise you to protect your runes from external influences. If they are not protected, they will soon lose their attractive appearance and collect dirt and grease. There are many means and technologies to protect trees. The most common are varnishes, oils, waxes, or combinations of these three. Choose the method that you like best. For example, I don't like varnish. It protects well, but forms a film from which the tactile sensations of a living tree are distorted. I love oils. In order to saturate your runes with oil, you do not have to be a furniture maker. Buy a wood treatment product. This may be a specially prepared product to protect the tree. This can be flaxseed oil purchased at a pharmacy (you just need to remember that not any oil is suitable, you don’t need to use sunflower oil). It could be wax. You don’t need a lot to set runes, just a little is enough. Soak your runes in oil and let dry. Soak again and dry completely.
Your runes are ready.

Tricolor cats with white, red and black spots are considered talismans of wealth, good luck and love in the modern world. This sign came to European consciousness from Japan and gained great popularity.

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Find out what awaits you in the near future with the help of runes.

Runes and talismans

Ancient symbols are ideal for making talismans. They were carved on stones, tree bark, sometimes they were simply drawn on the ground or drawn in the air. The simplest material for making amulet used to be wood.

It should be noted that today a man is recommended to use metal, bone or stone. Ceramics are well suited for women's amulets. The talisman can also simply be applied to the body in the form of a tattoo or drawn on the front door. It is recommended to make them invisible and not conspicuous.

Which tree to choose

When starting to make a talisman, you should decide what kind of wood to make the runes from. In ancient times, birch wood was the most common material among the Germans. They believed that this material repels evil spirits, protects against troubles and misfortunes, and is also a protection against mental and physical disorders.

However, other types of wood can be used for runes. Let's take a closer look at their main properties.

• Birch- peace and mercy. Recommended for Berkana and Uruz. Helps restore peace of mind and balance.
• Hawthorn- a symbol of marriage and hope. Suitable for Turisaz and Kanyo. Helps overcome damage and evil spells, and is also a symbol of love and sacrifice.
• Elder considered a witch tree. Is a symbol of rebirth. The Otal rune is associated with it. A good protective symbol.
• Elm used to enhance spells. A symbol of support and constancy. Suitable sign - Gebo.
• Oak- a symbol of health (radiates positive energy), the personification of power and strength. Used to make many runes - Thurisaz, Evaz, Raido, Teyvaz, Yera and Dagaz.
• Willow- a sign of unhappy love, sadness. Corresponds to Laguz. From Berkana - as protection in the family, Gebo - giving love, and Inguz - relieves sadness and sadness.
• Aspen- a tree for a powerful protective talisman. Perth and Algiz are used for strengthening.
• Rowan- able to anticipate failures and protect against them. Suitable for making Algiz and Turisaz.
• Pine- a symbol of light, with its help the Kanyo rune should be made.
• Yew- is also considered a witch tree. With the image of the Yera sign on it, changes in life and the onset of success are coming. Also suitable for Hagalaz and Eyvaz runes.
• Apple tree- immortality, boundless love, naturalness and healing. The properties of rebirth are enhanced by the sign of Yera. Inguz and Kanyo - to attract love.
• Ash- symbolizes the revival of the spiritual and material world. Enhances the properties of the Gebo and Vunyo runes.

How to make a runic talisman from wood

First, you should cut out the blank, based on what magical properties you want to get from your amulet. In order for the talisman to be stored for a long time, it is better to choose harder wood species. The day on which you will make the amulet is also important.

• Sunday - healing and family;
• Monday - fortune telling, love;
• Tuesday - defense, victory;
• Environment - treatment, knowledge, wisdom, justice;
• Thursday - wealth, prosperity, victory in the fight;
• Friday - love, fertility;
• Saturday - fate, luck.

The resulting blank should be no more than 10 cm. If you wear it on yourself, you need to drill a hole in it for a belt or chain. Next, you need to cut out the rune itself or a group of runes on the workpiece. Then you need to color the talisman. In ancient times they were stained with blood. Today this is not necessary; it is safer to do it with oil paint.

Birch
The runes Bercana and Uruz are associated with birch. Birch is associated with fertility (increasing harvest), healing magic, and protection from misfortune. Cradles for newborns were made from birch. Birch branches were used to bring fertility to the land and livestock. Of the gods, birch is associated with Thor.

Hawthorn
The runes Thurisaz and Othila are associated with hawthorn. Hawthorn is a thorny bush. It is considered a harmful, evil tree that does not bode well for a person. Death of people and loss of livestock are associated with it. In Germany and Ireland, there is a custom of hanging strips of material from hawthorn branches. Hawthorn is associated with witchcraft. Sometimes hawthorn was used in protective and love magic (strengthening marriage, marriage).

Elder
The runes Fehu and Jera are associated with elderberry. This tree contains great magical power. It was believed that elderberry branches were used by witches for flight. An elderberry branch, once on the ground, is able to take root. In Greece, pipes were made from elderberries. Elderberry flower tea is brewed to “purify the blood”; an infusion from the bark has a calming effect. Freya, the goddess of love and beauty, chose the elderberry as her home. You should not burn elderberry branches in the house, as this brings misfortune. Elderberry is a symbol of beginning and end, life and death. The beginning is always followed by the end, and the end by the beginning.

Beech
The Nauthiz and Perth runes are associated with beech. Beech is a symbol of ancient knowledge. Knowledge stored in ancient temples, spells, ancient manuscripts. The book connects the knowledge of the past and the knowledge of the future.

Elm
Elm is associated with the Gebo rune. Elm is associated with the Earth Goddess and the Great Mother. Used for spells of support, stability, stability. The elm is considered the home of the forest folk of the Fairies

Oak
The runes Thurisaz, Ehwaz, Raido, Teiwaz, Jera, Dagaz are associated with oak. Oak is the most powerful tree. Among the Slavs, oak is associated with Perun (there were Perun groves, fires at temples were made from oak branches), in Ancient Greece oak was associated with Zeus, in Ancient Rome - with Jupiter. In Scandinavia, the oak tree is associated with Thor. The oak tree was used in spells associated with protection, success, and strength.

Willow
The Laguz rune is associated with willow. According to the Elder Edda, the first woman was made from willow. Willow rods are flexible and durable, in many countries baskets and furniture are made from them. Cyclicity, the change of tides, is associated with willow. Weeping willow is a symbol of unhappy love, sadness and grief.

Kalina
The Perth rune is associated with viburnum. The Perth rune is the most mysterious rune of the Elder Futhark. Various folk legends are associated with viburnum, its connection with magic is also mentioned, but nothing is said about its specific use.

Alder
The rune Mannaz (human rune) is associated with alder. Piles were made from alder, which were laid in the foundations during the construction of buildings (alder wood is little susceptible to rotting). Coal from alder is the best coal for smelting metal. It was believed that cutting down an alder would bring a fire to your home. Alder connects the underground kingdom with the above-ground kingdom. Alder is associated with protection, foresight, and divination.

Aspen
The rune Ehwaz is associated with the aspen tree. Aspen is a hardy tree; it grows both in lowlands and on rocky slopes. Aspen can withstand any conditions. Aspen was associated with wisdom. Shields were made from aspen. In magic, aspen is a tree that averts death. It was used for healing purposes, to increase human strength.

Holly
Holly is associated with the Mannaz rune (human rune). Holly wood is similar in color to ivory. Holly is a symbol of death and rebirth. Holly is associated with winter. Holly was used to make axles for carts and shafts for spears. In magic it was used in spells inducing sleep, peace and easy transition to another world.

Rowan
The runes Nauthiz and Algiz are associated with rowan. The seeds on rowan berries are arranged in the form of a pentagram. Rowan is a very powerful protective tree - rowan protects against witchcraft. Protective runes were usually carved into its wood. Rowan protects against the evil eye and damage. Bunches of rowan trees were hung over the entrance to the house, a pen for livestock. It develops perception and foresight. Rowan helps control your feelings.

Pine
The runes Kenaz (torch) and Dagaz are associated with the pine tree. Pine is a tree that shows the way. Roads used to be marked with pine trees. Pine is a symbol of light. In the dark, pine looks lighter than other trees. In addition, pine is also a tree of protection.

Blackthorn
The blackthorn is associated with the Thurisaz rune. The blackthorn is a winter tree. Its fruits ripen only with the onset of cold weather. As the blackthorn grows, it forms an impenetrable thicket of thorns. The blackthorn is a powerful magical tree. Thorn wands were very popular among magicians and witches. Witches used thorn thorns to stick into wax figurines.

Yew
Yew is associated with the runes Hagalaz, Algiz and Ehwaz. Yew is a very durable tree. Yew is associated with life and death. Yew trees were planted around burial grounds (to protect the dead). Yew connects the world of life and death. Yew is the gateway to another world. Heavy combat bows and arrow shafts were made from yew.

Apple tree
The Inguz rune is associated with the apple tree. The apple tree is a tree of rebirth to eternal life. In addition, the apple tree is associated with protection and conscious choice, predictions. The apple tree was used in healing and love magic.

Ash
The Gebo and Wunjo runes are associated with ash. Ash is a tree of rebirth and renewal. Ash connects the world of gods with the world of people. The World Tree (Yggdrasil) connecting all nine worlds is ash. Spear shafts were made from ash. Ash connects the material world and the spiritual world.